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Catch up on the latest in library programming news.

Apply Now: Resilient Communities: Advancing Sustainability in and through Libraries

This new initiative is designed to equip 100 public library workers with the knowledge and tools to lead on sustainability. Apply by November 14.

Personal Finance Programming and Information Services Survey: Receive a Free Supply of Eco-Friendly Piggy Banks

ALA and the FINRA Investor Education Foundation are interested in providing future training and grant opportunities to support the role of public libraries as providers of personal finance programming. Survey results will help plan these future offerings. The first 100 respondents will receive a supply of eco-friendly piggy banks!

New & Free Webinars for Programming Librarians

Looking for some quick professional development? Here are four recent and upcoming webinars perfect for programming librarians.

First Amendment Academy: Free Quizzes and Courses to Share with Library Patrons

How well do you really know your First Amendment rights? The Freedom Forum's First Amendment Academy is a free, engaging resource for libraries to share with patrons.

Aug 13, 2021

Talking about Race at Keene Public Library

A highly attended virtual program offered Keene residents a chance to learn from their Black neighbors.

Dec 8, 2021

Financial Literacy Programming in the 'New Normal'

As COVID-19 continues to loom, keep your program plans flexible in case of any last-minute pivots back to virtual.

Jul 27, 2021

Share Your Feedback by August 16!

Read and comment on “Skills for 21st-Century Librarians: Learning Objectives for Library Programming.”

Jul 22, 2021

Knowing Your Community

During the pandemic, programming librarians drew upon knowledge of their communities to succeed.

Jul 22, 2021

Ideas for Creative StoryWalks

November 2021 will celebrate StoryWalks® in libraries across the nation. Here are some creative StoryWalk tips.

Jul 7, 2021

How to Handle Financial Literacy Questions

As library workers, we often feel a sense of urgency to help, but when it comes to issues like money, take your time and keep your calm.

Jul 7, 2021

Free Poster Exhibition from the 9/11 Museum

Starting July 7, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum is offering libraries a free digital poster exhibition.

Jun 23, 2021

More than a Pronoun

“It was the scariest thing I’ve ever done at my library," says library director Julie Perrin.

Jun 21, 2021

LTC: Focus on Small and Rural Libraries

Round 3 of LTC: Focus on Small and Rural Libraries is now open!

Jun 17, 2021

Our Top Ten Picks for ALA Annual 2021

Need some recommendations for ALA Annual 2021? We got you covered with ten sessions for programming librarians.

Jun 8, 2021

Teaching Event-Planning Skills

Event-planning skills are part of library work, but they are rarely taught in library schools.

Jun 2, 2021

Fin Lit: Intimidating & Important

Financial literacy will never be simple. Focus your fin lit programming on topics that relate to your patrons.